International jazz musician Tim Warfield comes to the Van Singel Fine Arts Center
International Jazz Saxophonist Tim Warfield, Jr. joins the nationally recognized Byron Center Jazz Orchestra for COOL JAZZ on Friday, April 28.
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On the shelf: ‘The Pain Chronicles’ by Melanie Thernstrom
Full title: The Pain Chronicles: Cures, Myths, Mysteries, Prayers, Diaries, Brain Scans, Healing, and the Science of Suffering By Lisa Boss, Grand Rapids Public Library, Main [Read More]
By:Veen Observatory kicks off public observation nights on April 29
See stars, plants and more at this year’s public observation nights as Even Observatory kicks off its season April 29.
By:Every day is Record Store Day at local record shop hosting new vinyl, live bands
Saturday, April 22, is Record Store Day, but every day is record store day at the Corner Record Shop.
By:Sandra McCracken’s folk-gospel sounds coming to Calvin’s Chapel
Sandra McCracken will bring her songs of hope and faith to Calvin College’s Chapel for a concert Thursday.
By:On the shelf: ‘Water for Elephants’ by Sara Gruen
By Laura Nawrot, Grand Rapids Public Library, Main The unique setting makes Water for Elephants a delightful read. The novel starts out in a present-day [Read More]
By:GR Symphony presents Beethoven & Bernstein April 21-22
By Jeffrey Kaczmarczyk Michael Christie Conductor | Orli Shaham Piano | Patrick Dailey Countertenor | Grand Rapids Symphony Chorus Pearl Shangkuan Director LB/LB-two colossal multi-talented geniuses [Read More]
By:Pablo Mahave-Veglia is featured in a faculty recital at GVSU
The Men’s Glee Club also performs as GVSU wraps up its April concert series.
By:On the shelf: ‘Hack’ by Melissa Plaut
By Kristen Corrado, Grand Rapids Public Library, Main At age 29, Plaut, fed up with her desk job, decided to start living life as an [Read More]
By:Tull to Shins: Meijer Gardens summer concert series run gamut of genres, prices
The Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park summer concert series, announced this morning, certainly offers something for every musical taste.
By:Civic Theatre’s ‘Fancy Nancy’ features Kentwood resident in lead
Fancy is about making the world a better place according to Amelia Moody, a Kentwood resident who plays Fancy Nancy in Grand Rapids Civic Theatre’s upcoming production.
By:Kishi Bashi’s multi-layered music in concert at Calvin College
Kishi Bashi will bring his unique sound to Calvin College’s Covenant Fine Arts Center for a concert Wednesday, April 12, at 8 p.m.
By:On the shelf: ‘Bloodmoney: A Novel of Espionage’ by David Ignatius
By Lisa Boss, Grand Rapids Public Library, Main When is revenge fulfilled? Bloodmoney is a masterful spy thriller that zips along like a bullet [Read More]
By:Jazz, Concert Band, Symphonic Wind Ensemble all part of the GVSU line-up for this week
Recitals and a number of concerts take place this week for several Grand Valley State University music and dance groups.
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On the shelf: ‘Are Your Prescriptions Killing You?’ by Armon B. Neel, Jr.
By Lisa Boss, Grand Rapids Public Library, Main Are Your Prescriptions Killing You?: How to Prevent Dangerous Interactions, Avoid Deadly Side Effects, and be [Read More]
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On the shelf: ‘Things I’ve learned from dying: a book about life’ by David R. Dow
By Lisa Boss, Grand Rapids Public Library, Main Before counselor Dow sees a new client, he reads through the case carefully. Six years back, [Read More]
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On the shelf: ‘Kitchen Table Wisdom’ by Dr. Rachel Naomi Remen
By Karen Thoms, Grand Rapids Public Library, Main If I were sitting across the table and complaining to Rachel Remen about something going on [Read More]
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Bestselling author heads to Schuler Books to celebrate paperback release
Emily Giffin, author of “Something Borrowed” and “Where we Belong” will be at Schuler Books & Music April 5 for a ticketed event.
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Internationally acclaimed pianist to perform at GVSU during honorary recital
Boris Slutsky will perform April 2 at Grand Valley State University’s Performing Arts Center.
By:GVSU senior dance concert and so much happening this spring
Pianist Boris Slutsky kicks off a week of performances at GVSU which include the Low Brass Chamber Music, GVSU University Arts Chorale and Cantate Chamber Ensemble, and the Early Music Ensemble.
By:Register now for kids’ creative summer classes at Holland Area Arts Council
By Mary Sundstrom This summer, have your child explore his or her creative side. The Holland Area Arts Council offers Fine Arts Camps for all [Read More]
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Kids ‘Simmer Camp’ now open for registration
By Downtown Market GR Summertime is the perfect time for hands-on cooking and greenhouse activities! Downtown Market offers three exciting themes for kids ages 7-11 [Read More]
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On the shelf: ‘The Highest Tide’ by Jim Lynch
By Lisa Boss, Grand Rapids Public Library, Main Newsflash: the Old Book Curmudgeon LOVED The Highest Tide. Ok, I wasn’t so sure at first. [Read More]
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